Large Sputnik Shell Ornament 12 X 15 sterling silver necklace formed into

sterling silver necklace formed into a galaxy with hand-hammered circles

Roger Becker is a woodturner and has a Robust American Beauty lathe and over 30 turning tools

Bag measures 9”HX 10”WX 3”D

Dimensions: 21" x 6"

Large Sputnik Shell Ornament 12 X 15 sterling silver necklace formed intoRoger and Jackie Becker carve and paint. Most of their carvings are from basswood which is a relatively soft wood that is close grained and leaves a smooth surface when cut with a knife or gouge. A cutout is created by tracing a pattern on the block of wood and cutting the outline with a band saw. For some carvings, a roughout is made from a master carving using a router duplicator. Knives and gouges are used to refine the shape and add details and